Wamide A. (pronounced wa-me-day)
@wamide_a
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I’ve never held the same job title twice.
In fact, I’ve switched career paths 5 times, all before 30
I started off in frontend development, then transitioned to consulting, moved on to business operations, switched to strategy/business transformation, and now in partnerships.
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Name: Wamide
Partner’s Name: Nonami
What God has done: We’re chasing 10000 together and we hit the jackpot by finding each other. Best in laughter
😂
february 14th, please let your tweets be short cus no be you start love, just tell us your name, your partner's name and what the Lord has done for you
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In 2017, I almost turned down a fulltime scholarship because I wanted to go to Stanford.
Well, Stanford declined🤭
So I accepted the scholarship - went to business school in Greece and enjoyed myself. My tuition was free, living expenses provided, accomodation fully paid for.
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We did it, Joe!
€2.5 Million? We raised it! 🚀🎉
This milestone not only celebrates our incredible journey so far, but also opens a new chapter in our mission to power the open talent economy.
🧵
#GrowWithPropel
#PropelFundraise
#PropelCommunity
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Had such an amazing time at
#SCASummit23
yesterday.
Getting recognized with an award alongside many power women was so beautiful.
Kudos to the crew behind scenes
@SheCodeAfrica
. And to the MVP, Ada
@Kolokodess
, thank you for showing us what’s possible, take your flowers 💐
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I really enjoyed speaking on transitioning careers at
#NoCodeTechSummit
yesterday.
Created a framework template for anyone trying to figure out how/what to do next with their career
#NoCodeTechSummit2023
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7 months in, and I just remembered this website bae and I made for our wedding. I started with a prototype on Wix, baba looked at it one day, added finishing touches to make the final version. We had fun creating this☺️
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I did a thing!
Took me 3+ months of thinking & designing cos I wanted to include my speaking & writing portfolio, but I figured it was best to start with career coaching.
Here’s v1.0🎉🎉. If you know anyone looking to switch careers, pls share my site🚀
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February Roundup
1. Started a new role in tech, 100% remote
2. Published career transition tips on Medium
3. Sent article to 2 major publications
4. Sealed 10+ community partnerships
5. Expanded partner reach to Ghana, Kenya, Cameroon
6. My 7-month old started standing
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Every once in a while, I believe we need life transitions.
If you’re looking to make a career transition and you’re not sure how to, here are my best tips (with examples) on how to make a meaningful one. Let me know if it helps!
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The AG Leventis Foundation scholarship is open for 2024/2025 year
Two full MBA scholarships and one
partial scholarship for the MSc in Finance program.
Open to Nigerians only.
Deadline: 5th April
Learn more about the criteria and application process:
In 2017, I almost turned down a fulltime scholarship because I wanted to go to Stanford.
Well, Stanford declined🤭
So I accepted the scholarship - went to business school in Greece and enjoyed myself. My tuition was free, living expenses provided, accomodation fully paid for.
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Had a great time at
#DevFestAbuja
. Packed hall, amazing crowd! Thank youuuuu
@gdgabuja
#DevFest
#DevFestAbuja2023
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Keynoting
@WTMAjah
’s IWD event yesterday was a full circle moment for me.
7 years ago, I was at the 2017
@WomenTechmakers
Lagos event (pic on the right). I was still at PwC as a tech consultant and wondering where everything would lead.
Time really does fly.
#IWDAjah2024
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It has taken years to become comfortable in being a generalist and figuring out the best ways to use my skills.
But I’d be lying if I said going through a career transition is a walk in the park. Work and life are intertwined, and it’s important to be our best selves at both.
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😱😱It’s happening to me
I raised an idea, twas shut down. Someone else (a guy) repeats the exact same thing and everyone is like yeah, yeah.
Called this one out
Let it sink in
Readjusted my tone of voice (this is how, not I suggest). Got everyone to agree
We’ll go again😤
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Incredibly honored to be part of the impactful work we do
@WithPropel
supporting the growth of tech communities and making opportunities (jobs, benefits and finance) accessible to African techies.
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This year, I want to help 20 mindful people switch careers meaningfully.
So help me God.
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At first, the transitions confused me, but I have come to embrace my journey. Each career switch has brought me closer to professional fulfillment.
Before settling on my current role, I declined offers with 2 companies because it just wasn’t where I saw myself.
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When I clocked 30 last year, I decided to help others find clarity in their job transition process (having done it 5 times).
I set up 30 coaching slots that got filled up in less than two months, and worked one-one-one with each person to provide guidance. Twas so fulfilling
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This was me at
@nocodesummit
last year. I was invited to speak and my husband had to be somewhere else as well.
A volunteer (Onyinye) held my son, he slept through my talk. It was truly the most heart-warming thing.
Now I’m mindful about looking out for childcare at events.
I'm a mom to an 11 month old
And for several reasons, I don't have childcare
A few weeks ago I was invited to be on a panel at the EvrythingAfrica Summit
My husband was supposed to watch the baby, but he ended up having to work
I could have cancelled
But I took my daughter…
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Growth looks different for everyone.
But in today’s dynamic world, pacing oneself is a very important skill to master.
Picture credit:
@WisdomMadeEasy
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When I was transitioning careers, one of the hardest things was figuring out if I could do the work at my next desired role (cue in imposter syndrome, fear, uncertainty).
Over time, I finally figured out that it’s totally possible to pivot meaningfully.
So I created a guide
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OMG! I just googled a publication I co-authored (in 2012, my final year project actually) and I’m crying at the detail and sheer thought of the work I put in as a 20 year old.
Never doubting myself again💪🏼
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@EstOdek
Hi there, my name is Wami. I’m a non-techie tech and a certified Project Manager combining technology and business management to improve business processes, strategy, and operations😃. Also run
@cawstem
- a community that inspires, supports and connects
#AfricanwomeninSTEM
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Still raining awards.
Came home to this on Saturday☺️
Thank you
@SheLeadsAfrica
I loved being part of the HGCP and can’t wait to hear more impact stories from the women founders. 🚀
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I love doing impactful work, such as what I do
@WithPropel
, helping tech communities & tech talent grow.
Last year, we did something amazing.
We wanted to make it so much easier to find global
#techroles
(remote & relocation), resources for career growth, exclusive
#discounts
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We are looking for volunteers to support our work. Particularly looking for women interested in
- community management
- event planning
- graphics design
You can join in from anywhere in the world. Let’s change the narrative together.
Exciting news! We're looking for talented individuals to join our team and help us empower women in STEM fields. Join the movement and be a part of something bigger than yourself. Check out the link for details on how you can get involved!
#STEMEmpowerment
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Face card from
#oscafest23
Loved hearing about your work wins
@E_Graciey
, keep shining
Enjoyed your talk
@_MsLinda
(caught the first part of it)
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“Hospitals are a big part of Nigeria’s problem. Our politicians love to launch them, celebrate them, we are sentimental about them, we constantly order expensive equipment for then, but in the grand scheme of things; they don’t matter”
Here’s why👇🏽
#Fixnigerianhealthcare
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🤸🏽♀️🤸🏽♀️🤸🏽♀️
So excited I got into
@WeAreAWEC
Applied in 2018 for Cohort 2 but didn’t get in.
Tried again in December 2019 and got in!!
I’m grateful for my support system & those who helped on this.
Can’t wait to learn and meet amazing women of
#AWEC
#WeAreAWEC
#AWECCohort3
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Giving my first keynote speech tomorrow 🌟💃🏾
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Beyond thrilled to be speaking at IWDAjah24
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I'm working on a career pivot workbook, and I'm really pumped about how it's shaping up!
It’s a playbook to help you figure out how to use your current skills for your next career move.
Interested? Let me know👋🏾
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Last year, my team and I
@cawstem
did a thinggg!
We launched the 1st cohort of our mentorship program for early-career STEM women.
Trained and mentored 15 mentees from 5 countries. Anddd got job placements 🎉
See our 2023 Mentorship Impact Report👇🏽
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3 years, a 2-year old and still laughing like it’s day 1. Love doing this life with you
@nonamiayo
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Had a swell time at
#IOExtendedIlorin22
representing
@WithPropel
Thank you
@gdgIlorin
for the exciting event🚀
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On Saturday, I’ll be in Ilorin for
#IOExtendedIlorin22
to speak on how we supercharge tech talent’s growth at
@WithPropel
🚀
Looking forward to meeting the amazing members and organizers of
@gdgIlorin
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This couldn’t have come at a better time. This month marks 10 years of starting my career in tech and figuring life out across 5 career transitions (within and outside tech)
I’m glad for the opportunity to tell this story.
Thank you
@VenturesAfrica
Wamide Animashaun (
@wamide_a
)’s journey from computer engineering to driving growth at tech startups is anything but conventional. Multiple transitions and a series of epiphanies led her to where she is today, at the helm of ecosystem and partnerships at Propel.…
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Thank you! Twas awesome meeting you Kamal, enjoyed your session on cross-platform basics.
Fun to represent
@Ingressive4Good
at the
#IOExtendedIlorin22
, it’s fun with
@wamide_a
of
@WithPropel
, we had the most engaging moment.
Thank you
@gdgIlorin
for the amazing event 😘
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Had my fair share of ups and downs in my career. These scriptures have been my anchor when I feel like I’m in over my head👇🏽
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Just finished working on my slides for the keynote I’m giving this weekend, and it’s givinggggg ⭐️
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Need any questions answered re job hunting or landing a global tech gig at
#I4GHACKFEST2022
, come through tomorrow and find me (that’s my name anyway)😃
Have you been job hunting and it feels like you don’t stand a chance? Well, we’ve got big news🥳
We’d be having a breakout session with
@wamide_a
,
@folakemi__oladimeji
and Titi Dirisu of
@withpropel
RT if you’re excited about this conversation 🚀
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Two years ago, I left a Strategy role in energy to transition to a Partnerships role in tech without a paycut.
I’m hosting a free webinar on Saturday to share my best tips and guidance on how to navigate career transition.
Register on Zoom, it’s free 👇🏽
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I had such a goooood time meeting
@cawstem
volunteers in-person this weekend. Some OG’s have been volunteering since 2018 and we had never met😄
So so glad we got round to coming together in Nigeria and Kenya. Loved it!😍
#cawstem
#CAWSTEMVibers
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Hey
@Rita_tyna
, your story is sooo inspiring to watch. You’re so talented!
#FindingTechDocumentary
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Last weekend, we had an IWD Mixer with our Lagos & Nairobi community
@cawstem
on driving inclusion.
Our speakers were real, honest and absolutely inspiring.
Thank you Sikemi & Lois
And to our vibers (volunteers) & tribers (community members)..🌺
Yes, let’s do it again🙌🏽🙌🏽
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The AG Leventis Foundation scholarship is open for 2024/2025 year
Two full MBA scholarships and one
partial scholarship for the MSc in Finance program.
Open to Nigerians only.
Deadline: 5th April
Learn more about the criteria and application process:
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I hit my 2023 newsletter goal this Jan.
Annnnd a good number of subscribers came from recommendations
@dedoyinajayi
@Hauwa_L
@vizibleafrica
to name a few. Thank you!
To everyone who reads and engages with me on there, thank you. Y’all make it worthwhile
To 15k in 2024🚀
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It’s here!
Happy to share The Career Pivot Workbook is available 🎉
If you’ve been thinking of switching careers, but don’t know where to start, this workbook will help you craft an actionable roadmap for achieving your career goals.
Get yours here
When it comes to transitioning careers, one of the most common themes I’ve noticed is facing fear and uncertainty about the next step.
I’ve been there too. That’s why I’ve created a Workbook to help others find clarity and confidence to take the leap 🚀
Can’t wait to share!
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Had a great time at
#DevFestAbuja
. Packed hall, amazing crowd! Thank youuuuu
@gdgabuja
#DevFest
#DevFestAbuja2023
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Hi there, my name is Wami. I’m a non-techie tech and a certified Project Manager combining technology and business management to improve business processes, strategy, and operations😃. Also co-run
@cawstem
- a community that inspires, supports and connects
#AfricanwomeninSTEM
👇🏽
#Woman
?
#African
?
#STEM
?
#Looking
for others like you?
Yay!!!
#JoinUs
#WomeninSTEM
#WomeninScience
#WomeninTech
#WomeninEngineering
#WomeninMaths
#CAWSTEM
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Had fun speaking to the
@TestarsQuarter
community about
@WithPropel
What a way to celebrate International Software Testing Day with knowledge, fun, and goody bags.
Welldone
@ibironkeyekinni
❣️
#Testival23
#softwaretestingday
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how to navigate workplace bias, especially as a woman of color >>>
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Linear career paths rarely exist.
At least for people like me (I’ve pivoted 5 times)😉
So what does it take to land a job or switch careers in a new industry?
Join me at
#NocodeTechSummit
on Saturday, 9th December for tips and framework to transition your career with ease.
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So true, Bren.
Sat with someone on Sunday about a nagging career choice.
In less than an hour, I had a different sense of calm, clarity of mind and was able to see things from a diff context. Nothing random online courses could have done
Expert advice 💯 💪🏼
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Excited to be speaking at
#io2022Extended
#Nairobi
about how we supercharge your growth as a techie
@WithPropel
Eager to meet the
@GDG_Nairobi
crew ☺️
Introducing Wamide
@wamide_a
, Community Partnerships Lead at Propel. She is passionate about building communities, managing strategic partnerships & scaling business operations for emerging-market-focused organizations
Come & supercharge your growth at
#io2022Extended
#Nairobi
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@MomentsWithBren
Yoruba names
Olawamide - Wealth has come to find me (my fave, it’s my name😁)
Oluwafifehanmi - God has shown me love
Ayooluwabonijuasolo - God’s joy covers me better than clothes
Moyoninuoluwa - I rejoice in the Lord
Oluwafimidara - The Lord does wonders with me
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Thinking about the gender gap in leadership roles in tech & other STEM fields.
For me, it’s not enough to get more girls/women into tech, it’s actually about helping more women stay in.
How do we fill leadership roles & close the gender gap if more women don’t stay in STEM?
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One thing I love about my recent self is how open I am to taking feedback from others (older/younger, expert/novice, popular/unpopular)
It’s helped me get a richer perspective on a number of things.
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As a second-year associate at PwC, I stood up to a manager to negotiate better hours.
Then in 2018, as a first-time manager, I discovered I was a poor listener, leading to conflicts at work.
Check out my recent article
@elpha
on managing workplace conflicts
#CareerGrowth
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For almost 2 years now, I had been longing for a new logo for
@cawstem
This year
@FloxDairo
made it happen and managed the process.
Several iterations, and we’ve now got a timeless logo that captures the essence of our community’s evolution & growth💫
More updates soon!✌🏽
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#CAWSTEMConvos
was all shades of amazing!!! Thank you for your time
@_MsLinda
@seyiflawless
@IdaFaal2
🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
To more wholesome conversations
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Happy birthday
@themmanuelfaith
Hope you have a year as positive as you are 🤗
Finally met
@wamide_a
and she is so warm and and very amazing 🤩.
If you ever need any paid career (and business ) clarity session , please stop by her profile .
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17+ months and I still love watching my son sleep☺️
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@Mochievous
@menoword
@theflutterwave
Calendly is amazing. And even more because
@TopeAwotona
is the amazing founder/CEO🙌🏽🙌🏽
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Positioning is so key in content marketing.
Been deploying a survey for almost 3 weeks and got limited responses. Someone suggested to move the survey to the first part of our marketing email.
In less than 3 days, we’ve seen x7 results.
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Hey!👋🏾
We’re looking for experienced women interested about nurturing the next generation of STEM women.
If you’re a STEM woman with more than 4 years of work experience and some coaching/guidance streak in you, then join us for the upcoming cohort.
Calling all potential mentors! Interested in being part of our next mentorship program cohort? Register now using the link below:
#CAWSTEM
#MentorshipOpportunity
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3 mindset shifts that helped me land a dream job without applying to a job board or taking a pay cut:
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Excited to be speaking with the
@peopleinproduct
community about how
@WithPropel
can supercharge their growth ⭐️
👋Hi guys, Join our upcoming webinar & explore exclusive access to global remote jobs & benefits with
@wamide_a
from
@WithPropel
.
Discover a range of exclusive perks & benefits available to PIP members through Propel's partnership.
The registration link is on the community.🚀
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Ok, career switchers, I know everyone’s journey is different.
So whenever you're ready, there are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Get personalised guidance by booking a one-on-one career consultation
…
2. Get my pivot template here
This year, I want to help 20 mindful people switch careers meaningfully.
So help me God.
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Finally saw
#UpNorthTheFilm
and I sort of feel like a foreigner in my own country.
Big ups to
@EditiEffiong
for showing this beauty Up North and putting in the work to get it done. 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
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Excited to be part of this!!!
Looking forward to meeting the amazing members of this cohort and sharing gems alongside Chimuanya & Kenechi
Our first general mentorship session for the participants of the 4th cohort of the
@Nsonye_
technical bootcamp is today!
Together with our amazing panelists
@wamide_a
,
@Kenechi__E
and
@ChimuanyaDike
, we will be exploring different career stages & how to navigate through them.
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“I don’t know what I’m doing with my life/career.”
That was me in 2015.
Convinced that my life was in shambles, I was wailing and sobbing in a meeting room to my new manager (Femi). I had recently transitioned from Audit to Advisory in a Big 4 firm and I was struggling.
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Five jobs I’ve had
- Partnerships Director
- Strategy & Bus. Transformation Lead
- General Operations Manager
- Senior Associate Consultant
- HTML Developer
Five jobs I’ve had
- General Manager
- Country Director
- Community Manager
- Talent Acquisition Specialist
- HCM Analyst
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So apt!
Love the emphasis on community.
Being part of a community is one quick way to accelerate your career. The connections, exposure, inspiration is everything ☺️
Tech skills are in high demand and tech companies are actively hiring.
Three questions for you today:
1. Are you learning the right skills?
2. Are you connecting with the right people and are you part of communities?
3. Are you sharing your journey publicly?
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@edomalo
@TosinToyin_
Agree 💯
We did a shoot, order a cake, we took some pictures at home. No party, baby boy won’t remember nada
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Celebrating my first work anniversary
@WithPropel
Been quite the journey.
Over 100 conversations, 70+ new partners, 8 speaking engagements, and successful expansion into new geographic areas, it certainly feels like more than a year.
Here’s to the future!🚀🚀🚀
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Today, I just want to say thank you to everyone that has ever tagged or shared my tweets/posts/newsletter on career transition.
You make it worth sharing my story
Thank you 🙏🏽
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Many say this article is gold, so I’m sharing again.
3 ways to meaningfully transition your career👇🏽
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I started a cool thing!
Every 1st & 3rd Friday, I send an actionable newsletter to help you become a better version of you.
Most times, you'll realise you had it in you the whole time, you just needed the courage to try, dream and become! ↙️
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One of my direct reports recently asked me how I manage to make meaningful contributions across such a wide range of topics.
My answer: I had a really solid foundation when I started my career.
10 years later, and these four tips have helped me thrive👇🏽
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